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• Cheating driver gets a YouTube shaming - CNET

  26-04-2017 20:25
  
  Commentary: Some people think they can skip traffic lines. Until someone teaches them a lesson.
  
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• AirPods Max are the cheapest we’ve seen all year

  05-03-2026 18:07 via macworld.com
  
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  If you’re buying a new iPhone 17e, iPad Air, or MacBook Neo, you’re going to want some new headphones to go with them. Apple’s AirPods Max are usuall very expensive, but this Amazon deal brings them down to just $430, a savings of $120, and the best price we’ve seen all year.The AirPods Max are some of our favorite headphones. When we reviewed these, we gave them a 4-star rating, finding that they sound great, they feature “industry-leading active noise can
  
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• There’s an Easter egg hiding in the MacBook Neo’s wallpaper

  05-03-2026 16:27 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple’s MacBook Neo might run an iPhone processor and look like an iPad attached to a Magic Keyboard, but it’s a Mac through and through. It’s powered by macOS, connects Mac accessories, and runs Mac apps.It also has a fun new wallpaper that’s (of course) color-matched to the specific option you choose. But it’s not just an abstract design. The wallpaper has a hidden meaning. Take a look. AppleSee it yet? How about now? AppleThe lines spell out M-A-C. The t
  
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• MacBook Neo’s missing features ranked, from meh to ehhh

  05-03-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
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  With the introduction of the MacBook Neo, Apple has finally done what many thought it never would: ship a truly budget Mac laptop. At $599, the MacBook Neo becomes the cheapest Mac you can buy and undercuts the cheapest MacBook Air by a wide margin.But to achieve this price point, the MacBook Neo comes with some compromises. Apple had to cut back on several long-standing features and technologies to keep this Mac so affordable, but do they really matter? Here are all the MacBook Neo&rsq
  
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• Apple’s long, strange trip to the MacBook Neo

  05-03-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
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  In late 2008, Steve Jobs hopped on the company’s quarterly phone call with analysts and, besieged by questions about Apple being threatened by low-cost PC laptops called “netbooks,” he explained how Apple approached its product decision.“We don’t know how to make a $500 computer that’s not a piece of junk,” he said.It took Apple nearly 18 years to figure it out, but here we are. The announcement of the $599 MacBook Neo ($499 for education b
  
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• Unleash the full power of your iPad with ESR

  05-03-2026 11:31 via macworld.com
  
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  The iPad is more than a tablet—it’s a portable office, creative studio, and entertainment hub. With the right accessories, it becomes even more powerful. ESR, a global tech brand trusted by over 130 million users worldwide, designs smart accessories that integrate seamlessly into daily life—boosting productivity while delivering serious protection.Here’s how ESR helps you unlock more from your iPad.iPad Productivity: Work smarter, create freelyESR Shift Keyboard
  
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• Own Microsoft Office for Mac forever for just $60, no subscription required

  05-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Save on Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac with this lifetime license, available now for $59.97 (reg. $219.00).If you’re still handing over cash to Microsoft every month for a 365 subscription, it’s time to stop. Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for just $59.97, a one-time payment that gets you permanent access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote on your M
  
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• macOS Will Alert You to MacBook Neo's USB-C Port Limitation

  05-03-2026 02:24 via macrumors.com
  The new MacBook Neo is equipped with two USB-C ports, but they are not the same. The left USB-C port supports USB 3 speeds of up to 10 Gb/s, while the right USB-C port closer to the trackpad is limited to USB 2 speeds of just 480 Mb/s. As a result, Apple says external display connectivity is supported on the left port only.
  Given the ports are not labeled, this limitation could be an inconvenience. Fortunately, though, Daring Fireball's John Gruber said if you plug an external display into the i
  
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• Apple Does Not Include a Charger With All New MacBooks in UK and EU

  05-03-2026 01:55 via macrumors.com
  None of the new MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro models unveiled this week come with a charger in the UK and EU countries, such as Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. This change began with the base 14-inch MacBook Pro last year.
  If you need a power adapter, you must purchase one separately during checkout or later.In all other countries, Apple includes a charger in the box with these Macs, at no additional cost. In the U.S., for example, the MacBook Neo ships with Apple's 20W USB-C Power
  
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• Apple's Biggest Week of 2026: Details on Every New Product Announced

  05-03-2026 00:40 via macrumors.com
  Across Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, Apple unveiled seven new products, including low-cost iPhone and MacBook options, new displays, and refreshes for the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and iPad Air.
  We've rounded up all of our coverage from this week in case you missed any of the product announcements or details.
  MacBook Neo Apple Announces $599 'MacBook Neo' With A18 Pro ChipHello, MacBook Neo: Apple Showcases All-New $599 MacBook in VideosWant Touch ID on the MacBook Neo? It'll Cost You $100 Ext
  
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• 20+ MacBook Neo Compromises: What You Give Up for Apple's Cheapest Mac

  04-03-2026 23:11 via macrumors.com
  The new MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable Mac notebook, and at $599, it's priced the same as the iPhone 17e. For teachers and college students, it's even more affordable at $499.
  To offer a Mac at such a low price, Apple had to make some compromises, and there are some features that the ‌MacBook Neo‌ is lacking compared to the next most expensive Mac notebook, the MacBook Air.Processor A18 Pro Chip - Apple is using an A-series chip instead of an M-series chip in the Neo. It has th
  
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• Apple's Two New Studio Display Models Feature Different A19 Chips

  04-03-2026 21:54 via macrumors.com
  Apple's press release and marketing materials for the new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR models do not mention which chips are inside the monitors, but MacRumors has confirmed this information in the latest Studio Display firmware.
  The firmware reveals that the second-generation Studio Display is equipped with an A19 chip, while the Studio Display XDR has an A19 Pro chip, according to code reviewed by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. Rumors had mentioned either the A19 chip or the A19
  
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• Apple has one more release this week: OS 26.3.1 is here

  04-03-2026 21:39 via macworld.com
  
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  With the upcoming launch of the new Studio Display (2026 model) and Studio Display XDR dropping next week, Apple wants to make sure all your devices are ready. So on Wednesday, it released OS 26.3.1 for iPhones, iPads, Macs strictly so they will be.iOS/iPadOS/macOS 26.3.1 adds support for these new displays, in addition to various fixes. The release notes are one line: “This update expands external display support to include Studio Display (2026) and Studio Display XDR, along with
  
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• The toughest MacBook Neo decision is a $100 button

  04-03-2026 21:33 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple’s new MacBook Neo is an eye-catching $599/£599, but to reach that price point, Apple had to make numerous compromises and sacrifices. One of the key features that’s missing ont he entry-level $599 model is Touch ID, Apple’s fingerprint biometric system that was introduced with the iPhone 5s way back in 2013. However, it is available if you’re willing to pay a little more: it’s available on the $699 model with 512GB of storage.At this price scale
  
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• Apple Releases iOS 18.7.6 to Address Australia Emergency Call Issue

  04-03-2026 21:13 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 18.7.6 for older devices, addressing an issue that caused some older iPhones in Australia to be unable to connect to emergency services.
  According to Apple's release notes, the update fixes an issue that was preventing the iPhone XS and ‌iPhone‌ XR from properly connecting to emergency networks in Australia. This update addresses a mobile network issue for ‌iPhone‌ XS models and ‌iPhone‌ XR when establishing a connection to emergency service
  
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• macOS 26 Tahoe Guide: New features in the latest macOS 26.3.1 update

  04-03-2026 21:12 via macworld.com
  
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  Like its counterparts on the other Apple devices, in September 2025 macOS got a brand new look along with a new name: macOS 26. Because Apple is aligning the names of all the operating systems this year, the new version of macOS is called macOS 26 rather than macOS 16. It also takes the name Tahoe, inspired by the lake, beaches, and the ski resorts of that area of California. Along with a big redesign, macOS 26 brings new Continuity features to bring your iPad, iPhone, and Mac even
  
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• MacBook Neo Pre-Orders at Best Buy Include Free $25 Gift Card

  04-03-2026 20:02 via macrumors.com
  Earlier today we began tracking the first pre-order offers on the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, and now the MacBook Neo has joined in at Best Buy. If you pre-order the new low-cost MacBook Neo at Best Buy, you'll get a free $25 Best Buy gift card after purchase.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.In order to get the deal, you need to pre-order any MacBook Neo mode
  
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• Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 With Support for Studio Display and Studio Display XDR

  04-03-2026 19:54 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.3.1, a minor update to the ‌macOS Tahoe‌ operating system that came out last September. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.3.1 comes three weeks after Apple launched macOS Tahoe 26.3.
  Mac users can download the new software by opening up the System Settings app and navigating to the Software Update section.According to Apple's release notes for the update, it adds support for the new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR. Apple has also released a firmware u
  
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• New Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Will Have Day One Firmware Update

  04-03-2026 19:52 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released a new firmware update for the Studio Display and Studio Display XDR, two products that aren't set to launch until March 11.The Studio Display Firmware 26.3 update is only for the new Studio Display options, and it is not available on the older model.
  Studio Display firmware can be updated by connecting the display to a Mac and going to System Settings > Software Update.
  Pre-orders are available for the Studio Display and Studio Display XDR as of today. Prices start at $1,
  
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• Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.4 Public Beta

  04-03-2026 19:52 via macrumors.com
  Apple today provided public beta testers with the third release of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a week after Apple seeded the second beta.
  After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the settings app for each update.
  ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 includes several new features. The Compact tab layout has been reimplemented in Safari for those who missed h
  
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• Apple Releases iOS 26.3.1 and iPadOS 26.3.1 With Bug Fixes and Studio Display Support

  04-03-2026 19:42 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 26.3.1 and iPadOS 26.3.1, minor updates to the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems. The software comes three weeks after Apple released iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.According to Apple's release notes, the update adds support for the new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR, and it includes unspecified bug fixes.
  Apple is also beta testing
  
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• MacBook Neo Can Only Drive One External Display at 4K 60Hz

  04-03-2026 18:42 via macrumors.com
  Apple's new low-cost MacBook Neo is equipped with the A18 Pro chip that Apple first used in the iPhone 16 Pro, and it's the first Mac that has an A-series chip.
  Using an iPhone chip in a Mac comes with some downsides, like external display support. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ supports a single external display with a 4K resolution and 60Hz refresh rate.The ‌MacBook Neo‌ will not work with the new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR that Apple announced yesterday because both of those
  
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• Hands-On With the New MacBook Neo

  04-03-2026 18:30 via macrumors.com
  Apple introduced an all-new affordable Mac today, the MacBook Neo. Members of the media were invited to try the new device and other Apple products at events in New York, Shanghai, and London, and MacRumors' videographer Dan Barbera was in attendance. Dan was able to see the ‌MacBook Neo‌ in person, as well as other devices like the new Studio Display XDR.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  The ‌MacBook Neo‌ looks and feels a lot like the MacBook Air,
  
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• New M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Get First Pre-Order Offers From Best Buy

  04-03-2026 18:20 via macrumors.com
  Apple just kicked off pre-orders for the new M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro, and Best Buy already has a few offers on these notebooks. You can get a $50 Best Buy gift card when pre-ordering the MacBook Air and a $100 gift card when pre-ordering the MacBook Pro.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.In order to get these deals, you need to pre-order one of
  
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• MacBook Neo: Everything you need to know about the new budget Mac

  04-03-2026 18:19 via macworld.com
  
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  The MacBook Neo is a new laptop from Apple that is sure to be a big hit because it comes in at a much lower price than the MacBook Air, starting at $599/£599 compared to the MacBook Air’s $1,099/£1,099. If the price isn’t enticing enough, then the colorful chassis, available in silver, indigo, blush and citrus is bound to be popular.
  But as popular as this new MacBook is likely to be, there are still some tradeoffs, read on to find out what they are and everythin
  
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• MacBook Neo: Everything to know about the new budget Mac

  04-03-2026 18:19 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The MacBook Neo is a new laptop from Apple that is sure to be a big hit because it comes in at a much lower price than the MacBook Air, starting at $599/£599 compared to the MacBook Air’s $1,099/£1,099. If the price isn’t enticing enough, then the colorful chassis, available in silver, indigo, blush and citrus is bound to be popular.
  But as popular as this new MacBook is likely to be, there are still some tradeoffs, read on to find out what they are and everythin
  
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• MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air Buyer's Guide: 40 Differences Compared

  04-03-2026 18:17 via macrumors.com
  The MacBook Neo is now Apple's entry-level MacBook, undercutting the MacBook Air by $500. To deliver such a dramatically lower price, the ‌MacBook Neo‌ has a significant number of tradeoffs. Here's everything that's different between the two devices.
  Apple's introduction of the ‌MacBook Neo‌ expands the company's laptop lineup with a far more affordable entry point, sitting well below the ‌MacBook Air‌ in both price and capability. While the two machines share a sim
  
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• MacBook Neo Has Just 8GB RAM With No Upgrade Option

  04-03-2026 18:08 via macrumors.com
  Apple made some compromises to sell a Mac notebook at $599, including cutting back on RAM. While all other Macs start at 16GB RAM, the MacBook Neo is equipped with 8GB RAM and no option to upgrade to more memory.
  With the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro models and 8GB RAM, the ‌MacBook Neo‌ is able to run all Apple Intelligence features, but as AI gets more advanced and Apple adds new capabilities, there's a chance it could fall behind.8GB RAM ensures the ‌MacBook Neo‌ is
  
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• Get an iPhone 17e at No Cost With First Pre-Order Discounts From Cellular Carriers

  04-03-2026 17:52 via macrumors.com
  Apple's latest iPhone, the iPhone 17e, went up for pre-order this morning, and as always you can find numerous offers on the newest Apple smartphone from cellular carriers. This includes savings from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Shoppers should remember that all of the offers below are pre-order deals on the iPhone
  
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• I met MacBook Neo. Everything I know is a lie

  04-03-2026 17:51 via macworld.com
  
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  There’s a famous scene in The Matrix just before Neo takes the red pill from Morpheus, where the latter is explaining what the Matrix is. He tells Neo that the world he lives in is a construct, and the red pill will disrupt the simulation and reveal the truth.Apple’s new MacBook Neo is the red pill. Had I not known the price before I picked one up, I would have guessed it cost at least $799 and possibly $999, depending on the specs. It doesn’t just disrupt that laptop
  
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